The Girl with the Green Eyes (eBook)

A Play in Four Acts

Clyde Fitch (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
61 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654737780-1 (EAN)

Infos

In Clyde Fitch's novel 'The Girl with the Green Eyes', the story follows the protagonist, a young woman named Mary, who navigates the complexities of society and relationships in the late 19th century. Fitch's writing style is characterized by its vivid descriptions of social norms and the inner thoughts of his characters, drawing the reader into Mary's world with its detailed observations and emotional depth. The novel is a classic example of American literary realism, examining themes of class, gender, and identity in a rapidly changing society. Fitch's keen insights into human nature and society make this novel a compelling read for those interested in the social issues of the time. As Mary's story unfolds, readers are taken on a journey of self-discovery and introspection, challenging them to question their own beliefs and values. Fitch, an influential playwright and novelist of his time, drew inspiration from the changing social dynamics of the Gilded Age to create a thought-provoking narrative that still resonates today. 'The Girl with the Green Eyes' is a must-read for those who appreciate nuanced character studies and social commentary in literature.

Autor

Clyde Fitch, an American playwright whose work is synonymous with the theatrical tapestry of the turn of the 20th century, carved a significant niche for himself in the annals of American drama. Born on May 2, 1865, in Elmira, New York, William Clyde Fitch would go on to become one of the most prolific playwrights of his time, with over sixty plays to his credit. Educated at Amherst College, Fitch was steeped in the cultural milieu that would later inform his work. His keen insights into social mores and his signature blend of wit and melodrama rendered his plays both popular and critically acclaimed during his lifetime. 'The Girl with the Green Eyes' is one of Fitch's many works that highlight his flair for dissecting the complexities of interpersonal relationships and the societal pressures of his era. Released in 1902, the play is illustrative of his characteristic style, a style that often merged the ribald with the genteel, and insight with entertainment. Fitch's legacy has waned in prominence in the modern era, but his contributions helped to shape American theatre at a time when it was burgeoning into a form that mirrored America's own tumultuous growth. Sadly, Clyde Fitch's life was cut short when he passed away on September 4, 1909. Despite his early death, Fitch's impact on the American stage endures, and his work remains a portraiture of an America grappling with new-found urbanity and shifting social dynamics.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Dramatik / Theater
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft ► Literaturwissenschaft
• Schlagworte: 19th century American playwrights • 20th century • American Drama • American dramatic literature • American Literature • Belle Époque plays • Character Dynamics • classic drama literature • Clyde Fitch works • early 20th-century theatre • emotional depth • female protagonist drama • Gilded Age • Gilded Age drama • Historical Setting • intricate plot • play analysis • pre-1900s stage plays • psychological insight • Social commentary • theatrical realism • The Girl with the Green Eyes play